Thursday, October 17th, 2019
The School of Physical Therapy is excited to host Christopher M. Powers to lecture on the topic “Mechanisms of ACL Injury: Implications for Evidence Based Rehabilitation, Injury Prevention and Return to Sport Decisions.â€
The lecture will be given on Thursday, Nov. 7, in Hoover 105 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served.
Powers’ lecture will focus on recent insights into the pathomechanics of ACL injury, in particular those related to female athletes. Implications of research and application for athletes, coaches and rehab clinicians will be highlighted.
Powers, a national leader in this area of sports injury, is a professor in the Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy as well as co-director of the Musculoskeletal Biomechanics Laboratory at the University of Southern California.
Visit our website for more information about this lecture. Questions? Contact Linda Dallof at ldallof@georgefox.edu.
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Thursday, October 17th, 2019
Send some love to our furry friends at the Newberg Animal Shelter! Students in the Management 300 course are organizing a “Fetch” donation drive. Drop off donations Oct. 21-23 in the big black bins located at two locations – one in Hoover and one in Roberts Center, just inside the front doors.
The “Fetch” list:
- Foods: Premium dog food (adult and small bites), premium canned dog food, kitten & cat food (dry and canned), dog treats
- Cleaners: Simple Green, window spray, dish soap, hand sanitizer, 409 spray, laundry detergent (any high-efficiency brand), Tide Free & Gentle (high-efficiency brand), bleach, sponges/scrub brushes, garbage bags (kitchen size), paper towels
- Other: Flea medications, toys/Kongs, small fleece/soft blankets
Questions? Contact Ellen Dahlberg (edahlberg14@georgefox.edu).
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Thursday, October 17th, 2019
Join us for a panel discussion on the topic, “Should the U.S. Remain in the UN?” This panel, featuring David Rawson, Kelsey Zorzi and Fred Gregory, will be held next Wednesday, Oct. 23, at 5:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons.
To attend, please RSVP at this link by Monday, Oct. 21, at 5 p.m. The dress is business casual.
Zorzi serves as the director of advocacy for global religious freedom with ADF International. In 2018, she was elected president of the United Nations’ NGO Committee on Freedom of Religion or Belief.
In over 28 years of U.S. diplomatic service largely in Africa, Rawson engaged regularly with UN field agencies on humanitarian issues. As a U.S. ambassador to Rwanda and then to Mali, he worked closely with the UN on peace-keeping programs in both countries.
Gregory, an alumnus of George Fox, has successfully managed programs funded by the U.S. Department of State, United States Agency for International Development, United Nations, European Union, and private donors. He has experience working with the UNHCR in refugee environments, mostly in East Africa.
Questions? Contact Angeleen Umfleet at aumfleet@georgefox.edu.
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Thursday, October 17th, 2019
Goldfish are still up for adoption this week! Come pick up your scaly swimming friend from EHS 202 anytime between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Questions? Contact Teresa Arnold (tarnold@georgefox.edu).
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Wednesday, October 16th, 2019
Campus Public Safety has noticed a lot of improper parking on campus in the evenings after 5 p.m. While students can properly park anywhere on campus after 5 p.m., parking in designated parking spaces is still required.
Please do not create new parking spaces or park along buildings, curbs or in loading zones. Never park in a fire zone, and do not park in disabled parking spaces without a permit. Failure to park properly in a designated parking spot may result in a citation, even after 5 p.m. and on weekends.
Questions? Contact Elrike Shaw at eshaw@georgefox.edu or call the Campus Public Safety Office at 503-554-2090.
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Wednesday, October 16th, 2019
Plant Services will need to do a full water shut-off on Monday, Oct. 21, for both Wheeler Sports Center and Murdock Library. The water shut-off will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please use other bathroom facilities during this time. Thank you.
Questions? Contact Sonia Rademacher at srademacher@georgefox.edu.
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Wednesday, October 16th, 2019
Meghan Sullivan, an eminent philosopher and a professor from the University of Notre Dame, will give a presentation titled “The Love Imperative — A Defense.†All are invited to this lecture on Thursday, Oct. 24, at 7 p.m. in Hoover 105.
Sullivan will unpack the Christian love imperative, defend it from some difficult objections, and indicate how it might be the basis for a mainstream philosophical approach to ethics.
Questions? Contact Nancy Schifferdecker at nschifferdecker@georgefox.edu.
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Wednesday, October 16th, 2019
Register for the upcoming scholarship resource center workshop for undergraduate and graduate students! Gather in Hoover 105 on Friday, Monday, or Tuesday, Nov. 1, 4, or 5, for scholarship information, snacks, and a chance to win an awesome raffle prize.
Click here for more information and to register. Contact Jordan Nelson at scholarships@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2297 with questions.
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Tuesday, October 15th, 2019
The Social Work Club is hosting a Rain Gear Drive for the homeless population in Portland. The drive runs from Wednesday, Oct. 16, to Tuesday, Oct. 29. Please bring all donations to the Social Work House (Meridian Street House) before Oct. 29.
We will be accepting donations of tarps, waterproof coats, towels, blankets, umbrellas, waterproof boots and shoes, hand warmers, and waterproof bags and/or backpacks.
All items will be donated to Rose Haven, a women’s homeless shelter in Portland. For more information, contact Madison Reed at mreed17@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, October 15th, 2019
Got stress, aches and pains, or do you just want to feel relaxed? Come by to get a massage by a doctor of physical therapy student and receive free stress management advice!
Our mission is to improve our community’s health by offering discounted massages to students ($15) and employees ($20). We are offering 30-minute massages on Monday, Oct. 28, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. in Roberts Center 204.
All proceeds will help fund our medical service trip to Uganda and Ghana. Donations are also welcome. Register here.
Questions? Contact Haleigh Rabe at hrabe18@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, October 15th, 2019
Are you interested in participating in a SpiL trip? Be sure to attend vespers tonight (Wednesday) at 7 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium to hear student testimonials and learn more about each trip and how to apply.
There will be a SpiL trip student panel next Thursday, Oct. 24, at 7 p.m. in EHS 102 where students will share stories from their experiences and answer questions regarding specific trips, the application process, and more. This event will also cover topics like this year’s trip locations and fundraising. There will be a free churro and popcorn bar!
Questions? Contact Olivia Berglund at oberglund16@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, October 15th, 2019
Join us for a panel discussion on the topic “Should the U.S. Remain in the UN?” The panel, featuring David Rawson, Kelsey Zorzi and Fred Gregory, will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 23, at 5:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons.
Zorzi serves as the director of advocacy for Global Religious Freedom with ADF International. In 2018, she was elected president of the United Nations’ NGO Committee on Freedom of Religion or Belief.
In over 28 years of U.S. diplomatic service largely in Africa, Rawson engaged regularly with UN field agencies on humanitarian issues. As a U.S. ambassador to Rwanda and then to Mali, he worked closely with the UN on peace-keeping programs in both countries.
Gregory, an alumnus of George Fox, has successfully managed programs funded by the U.S. Department of State, United States Agency for International Development, the United Nations, the European Union, and private donors. He has experience working with the UNHCR in refugee environments, mostly in East Africa.
Questions? Contact Angeleen Umfleet at aumfleet@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, October 15th, 2019
The next round of fall intramural sports starts this Monday, Oct. 21. The Hadlock Student Center will be hosting soccer, kickball, pickleball and badminton.
Grab some friends and put a team together or join as a free agent! Sign-ups are on IMLeagues.com and close this Saturday, Oct. 19, at midnight.
Questions? Contact intramurals coordinator Ryan Lacey at intramurals@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, October 15th, 2019
An art exhibition featuring Japanese artist Mika Aono is coming to the university’s Lindgren Gallery. It will be open for viewing from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays from Monday, Oct. 21, through Thursday, Dec. 5.
The show, titled “Over and Over,†will open with an artist’s talk at 6 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 21, at the Chehalem Cultural Center, followed by a reception from 7 to 8 p.m. in the gallery.
Aono’s images “explore the humanness of absurdity and futility through laborious processes, finding value in unfulfilled wishes,†according to the artist.
Questions? Contact Jennifer Salzman at jsalzman@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, October 15th, 2019
The university is hosting a SOLO Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course on campus Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 2-3. This is an excellent course for individuals who enjoy the outdoors or work in a camp or wilderness setting.
The class will run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. The cost is $100 for current George Fox students, $150 for employees, and $225 for community members. National Outdoor Leadership School courses through REI start at $245 per person.
Participants will receive two full days of hands-on instruction and gain confidence in their ability to provide aid to those in need. Sign up through IMLeagues.com and pay the course fee in the Hadlock Student Center.
Contact Keith Schneider at kschneid@georgefox.edu with questions.
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Monday, October 14th, 2019
The Wineskin is now accepting submissions! The theme for this semester will be IDENTITY. However, there is no need to be bound by the theme – just send us your best poems, stories, essays and artwork.
The editors are open to a wide range of styles and subject matter, but we are particularly looking for work that pushes boundaries and surprises us with its artistic approach and perspective of the world.
Please submit all poetry, prose, photography, and artwork here. Our submission guidelines are as follows:
- Poetry and prose manuscripts must be submitted as a Microsoft Word document in Times New Roman with a 12-point font. Title your pieces and remove your name from the document.
- Limit all prose to 1,000 words and send no more than five poems per submission.
- For artwork, files should be named with the title of your piece, followed by your name. Remove all watermarks from your work.
Submissions close on Saturday, Nov. 2. Questions? Contact Kiale Palpant at kpalpant16@georgefox.edu.
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Monday, October 14th, 2019
The George Fox music department will host its annual Christmas Concert in December. Tickets are available beginning today (Tuesday) on the music department website, and one ticket is free for every student for the Friday, Dec. 6, performance at 7:30 p.m.
Each student must reserve only their own ticket online and bring their George Fox ID with them to show at the door. Because each free ticket must be connected with a student’s name and ID, any group of free tickets in the same transaction and attached to the same student name and ID will be canceled.
You may purchase additional tickets online for any of the performances.
Contact Debbie Hawblitzel (dhawblit@georgefox.edu) with any questions.
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Monday, October 14th, 2019
Gather in Bauman Auditorium for the fifth annual Organ Hymn Festival at 6 p.m. this Sunday, Oct. 20.
Daniel Miller, a nationally known organist and adjunct professor of organ, will play the university’s recently upgraded Rodgers digital organ, featuring the 2,067 pipes displayed as the stage background.
The 15-part program will feature well-known hymns and include audience participation. Several pieces will be preceded by stories explaining the origin and history of the song, presented by Brent Weaver, professor of music, theory and composition.
General admission tickets are $10. George Fox students and children 12 and under are free. Tickets are available at the door, online, or through the university box office by calling 503-554-3844.
Questions? Contact Sara Reamy at sreamy@georgefox.edu.Â
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Monday, October 14th, 2019
Join the School of Social Work and fellow students, faculty and staff in wearing purple for Domestic Violence Awareness Day on Thursday, Oct. 24.
The goal of Purple Thursday is to raise awareness about domestic, spousal, teen dating, and intimate partner violence. Use your clothing to start conversations with others about domestic violence. Share photos online of you and fellow students, faculty and staff wearing purple, and use these hashtags: #WWV19, #DVAM, #endDV, #workAgainstViolence, and #PurpleThursday.
Questions? Contact Kim Rapp at rappk@georgefox.edu.
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Monday, October 14th, 2019
FoxTALE will be unavailable tomorrow (Wednesday) from 6 to 8 a.m. Pacific Time for scheduled maintenance. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Questions? Contact servicedesk@georgefox.edu or call 503-554-2569.
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